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class="vheadingv">Verse<a href="/bsb/ephesians/2.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/ephesians/2.htm">New International Version</a> And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, <a href="/nlt/ephesians/2.htm">New Living Translation</a> For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus. <a href="/esv/ephesians/2.htm">English Standard Version</a> and raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, <a href="/bsb/ephesians/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, <a href="/blb/ephesians/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> and He raised us up together and seated us together in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, <a href="/kjv/ephesians/2.htm">King James Bible</a> And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus: <a href="/nkjv/ephesians/2.htm">New King James Version</a> and raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, <a href="/nasb_/ephesians/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> and raised us up with Him, and seated us with Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, <a href="/nasb/ephesians/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> and raised us up with Him, and seated us with Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, <a href="/nasb77/ephesians/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> and raised us up with Him, and seated us with Him in the heavenly places, in Christ Jesus, <a href="/lsb/ephesians/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> and raised us up with Him, and seated us with Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, <a href="/amp/ephesians/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> And He raised us up together with Him [when we believed], and seated us with Him in the heavenly places, [because we are] in Christ Jesus, <a href="/csb/ephesians/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> He also raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavens in Christ Jesus, <a href="/hcsb/ephesians/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Together with Christ Jesus He also raised us up and seated us in the heavens, <a href="/asv/ephesians/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> and raised us up with him, and made us to sit with him in the heavenly places, in Christ Jesus: <a href="/cev/ephesians/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> God raised us from death to life with Christ Jesus, and he has given us a place beside Christ in heaven. <a href="/erv/ephesians/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> and raised us up with him, and made us to sit with him in the heavenly places, in Christ Jesus: <a href="/gwt/ephesians/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> God has brought us back to life together with Christ Jesus and has given us a position in heaven with him. <a href="/gnt/ephesians/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> In our union with Christ Jesus he raised us up with him to rule with him in the heavenly world. <a href="/isv/ephesians/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> raised us up with him, and seated us with him in the heavenly realm in the Messiah Jesus, <a href="/msb/ephesians/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, <a href="/net/ephesians/2.htm">NET Bible</a> and he raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, <a href="/nheb/ephesians/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> and raised us up with him, and made us to sit with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, <a href="/wbt/ephesians/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places, in Christ Jesus: <a href="/wey/ephesians/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> raised us with Him from the dead, and enthroned us with Him in the heavenly realms as being in Christ Jesus, <a href="/web/ephesians/2.htm">World English Bible</a> and raised us up with him, and made us to sit with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/ephesians/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and raised [us] up together, and sat [us] together in the heavenly [places] in Christ Jesus, <a href="/blb/ephesians/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> and He raised us up together and seated us together in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, <a href="/ylt/ephesians/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and did raise us up together, and did seat us together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, <a href="/slt/ephesians/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And raised together, and seated together in heavenlies in Christ Jesus:<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/ephesians/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And hath raised us up together, and hath made us sit together in the heavenly places, through Christ Jesus. <a href="/cpdv/ephesians/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And he has raised us up together, and he has caused us to sit down together in the heavens, in Christ Jesus, <a href="/nabre/ephesians/2.htm">New American Bible</a> raised us up with him, and seated us with him in the heavens in Christ Jesus, <a href="/nrsvce/ephesians/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> and raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus,<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/ephesians/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And he has raised us up with him, and seated us with him in heaven, through Jesus Christ. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/ephesians/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And he has raised us up with him and seated us with himself in Heaven in Yeshua The Messiah,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/ephesians/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> and raised us up, and made us sit together in heavenly places, in Christ Jesus; <a href="/godbey/ephesians/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> and he has raised you up, and caused you to sit in the heavenlies, in Christ Jesus: <a href="/haweis/ephesians/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> and hath raised us up together with him, and made us sit down together in the heavenly regions in Christ Jesus. <a href="/mace/ephesians/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> he hath raised us up together, and made us partakers of his heavenly kingdom. <a href="/wey/ephesians/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> raised us with Him from the dead, and enthroned us with Him in the heavenly realms as being in Christ Jesus, <a href="/worrell/ephesians/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> and raised us up with Him, and made us sit with Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus; <a href="/worsley/ephesians/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus. <a href="/parallel/ephesians/2-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/AfeSHen3sAQ?start=246" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/ephesians/2.htm">Alive with Christ</a> …5made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in our trespasses. It is by grace you have been saved! 6<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">And</a> <a href="/greek/4891.htm" title="4891: synēgeiren (V-AIA-3S) -- To raise along with. From sun and egeiro; to rouse in company with, i.e. to revivify in resemblance to.">God raised us up with Christ</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/4776.htm" title="4776: synekathisen (V-AIA-3S) -- To cause to sit down with, sit down together. From sun and kathizo; to give a seat in company with.">seated us with Him</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DNP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/2032.htm" title="2032: epouraniois (Adj-DNP) -- From epi and ouranos; above the sky.">heavenly realms</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/5547.htm" title="5547: Christō (N-DMS) -- Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.">Christ</a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsou (N-DMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus,</a> 7in order that in the coming ages He might display the surpassing riches of His grace, demonstrated by His kindness to us in Christ Jesus.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/colossians/3-1.htm">Colossians 3:1-3</a> Therefore, since you have been raised with Christ, strive for the things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. / Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. / For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. <a href="/romans/6-4.htm">Romans 6:4-5</a> We were therefore buried with Him through baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may walk in newness of life. / For if we have been united with Him like this in His death, we will certainly also be united with Him in His resurrection. <a href="/philippians/3-20.htm">Philippians 3:20-21</a> But our citizenship is in heaven, and we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, / who, by the power that enables Him to subject all things to Himself, will transform our lowly bodies to be like His glorious body. <a href="/colossians/2-12.htm">Colossians 2:12-13</a> And having been buried with Him in baptism, you were raised with Him through your faith in the power of God, who raised Him from the dead. / When you were dead in your trespasses and in the uncircumcision of your sinful nature, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our trespasses, <a href="/2_timothy/2-11.htm">2 Timothy 2:11-12</a> This is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him; / if we endure, we will also reign with Him; if we deny Him, He will also deny us; <a href="/romans/8-17.htm">Romans 8:17</a> And if we are children, then we are heirs: heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ—if indeed we suffer with Him, so that we may also be glorified with Him. <a href="/1_corinthians/15-20.htm">1 Corinthians 15:20-22</a> But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. / For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. / For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. <a href="/colossians/1-13.htm">Colossians 1:13</a> He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, <a href="/john/14-2.htm">John 14:2-3</a> In My Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? / And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and welcome you into My presence, so that you also may be where I am. <a href="/1_peter/1-3.htm">1 Peter 1:3-4</a> Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, / and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you, <a href="/1_thessalonians/4-16.htm">1 Thessalonians 4:16-17</a> For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a loud command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ will be the first to rise. / After that, we who are alive and remain will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will always be with the Lord. <a href="/2_corinthians/5-17.htm">2 Corinthians 5:17</a> Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away. Behold, the new has come! <a href="/galatians/2-20.htm">Galatians 2:20</a> I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me. <a href="/hebrews/12-22.htm">Hebrews 12:22-23</a> Instead, you have come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem. You have come to myriads of angels / in joyful assembly, to the congregation of the firstborn, enrolled in heaven. You have come to God the Judge of all, to the spirits of the righteous made perfect, <a href="/revelation/3-21.htm">Revelation 3:21</a> To the one who overcomes, I will grant the right to sit with Me on My throne, just as I overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And has raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:hath.<a href="/ephesians/1-19.htm">Ephesians 1:19,20</a> And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power, … <a href="/romans/6-4.htm">Romans 6:4,5</a> Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life… <a href="/colossians/1-18.htm">Colossians 1:18</a> And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence.sit.<a href="/matthew/26-29.htm">Matthew 26:29</a> But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom.<a href="/luke/12-37.htm">Luke 12:37</a> Blessed are those servants, whom the lord when he cometh shall find watching: verily I say unto you, that he shall gird himself, and make them to sit down to meat, and will come forth and serve them.<a href="/luke/22-29.htm">Luke 22:29,30</a> And I appoint unto you a kingdom, as my Father hath appointed unto me; … in.<a href="/ephesians/1-3.htm">Ephesians 1:3</a> Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/ephesians/2-5.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/ephesians/2-5.htm">Dead</a> <a href="/galatians/5-24.htm">Death</a> <a href="/lamentations/5-19.htm">Enthroned</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-20.htm">Heavenlies</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-20.htm">Heavenly</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-10.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-17.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-20.htm">Places</a> <a href="/galatians/1-1.htm">Raise</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-20.htm">Raised</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-20.htm">Realms</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/5-10.htm">Seat</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-20.htm">Seated</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-20.htm">Sit</a> <a href="/ephesians/2-5.htm">Together</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ephesians/2-7.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/ephesians/5-14.htm">Dead</a> <a href="/ephesians/2-13.htm">Death</a> <a href="/colossians/3-1.htm">Enthroned</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-10.htm">Heavenlies</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-10.htm">Heavenly</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-10.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/ephesians/2-7.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-10.htm">Places</a> <a href="/philippians/1-17.htm">Raise</a> <a href="/colossians/2-12.htm">Raised</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-10.htm">Realms</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/2-4.htm">Seat</a> <a href="/colossians/3-1.htm">Seated</a> <a href="/colossians/2-16.htm">Sit</a> <a href="/ephesians/2-21.htm">Together</a><div class="vheading2">Ephesians 2</div>1. <a href="/ephesians/2-1.htm">By comparing what we were by nature, with what we are by grace,</a> 10. <a href="/ephesians/2-10.htm">he declares that we are made for good works: and being brought near by Christ, </a> 19. <a href="/ephesians/2-19.htm">should not live as Gentiles and foreigners, but as citizens with the saints, and the family of God.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In the context of Ephesians, Paul is addressing the transformation from spiritual death to life. This concept is rooted in the idea of being born again, as seen in <a href="/john/3-3.htm">John 3:3</a>. Theologically, it signifies the believer's new identity and status in Christ. The resurrection of Christ is a pivotal event in Christian doctrine, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies such as <a href="/psalms/16-10.htm">Psalm 16:10</a> and <a href="/isaiah/53-10.htm">Isaiah 53:10-12</a>. The phrase also reflects the power of God, who alone can raise the dead, as demonstrated in the resurrection of Lazarus (<a href="/john/11-43.htm">John 11:43-44</a>).and seated us with Him This part of the verse speaks to the believer's position of authority and rest in Christ. In ancient times, being seated with a ruler indicated a position of favor and shared authority. This imagery is consistent with the cultural context of the Roman Empire, where seating arrangements were significant in determining one's status. Theologically, it suggests that believers share in Christ's victory and reign, as seen in <a href="/revelation/3-21.htm">Revelation 3:21</a>, where those who overcome are promised to sit with Christ on His throne. This seating is not a future promise but a present reality, indicating the believer's current spiritual authority.in the heavenly realms The "heavenly realms" refer to the spiritual dimension where Christ reigns. This term is unique to Ephesians, appearing five times throughout the letter, and it underscores the spiritual nature of the believer's blessings and battles (<a href="/ephesians/1-3.htm">Ephesians 1:3, 1</a>:20, 3:10, 6:12). The heavenly realms are contrasted with the earthly realm, highlighting the believer's citizenship in heaven (<a href="/philippians/3-20.htm">Philippians 3:20</a>). This phrase also connects to the idea of spiritual warfare, as described in <a href="/ephesians/6-12.htm">Ephesians 6:12</a>, where believers are called to stand against spiritual forces in these realms.in Christ Jesus The phrase "in Christ Jesus" is central to Pauline theology, emphasizing the believer's union with Christ. This union is the basis for all spiritual blessings, as outlined in <a href="/ephesians/1-3.htm">Ephesians 1:3-14</a>. Being "in Christ" signifies a profound spiritual relationship, where believers are identified with Christ's death, resurrection, and ascension. This concept is echoed in <a href="/galatians/2-20.htm">Galatians 2:20</a>, where Paul states that he has been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer he who lives, but Christ lives in him. The phrase underscores the transformative power of the gospel, which brings believers into a new covenant relationship with God through Jesus Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a> The sovereign Creator who initiates salvation and raises believers with Christ. 2. <a href="/topical/c/christ.htm">Christ (Jesus)</a> The central figure of Christianity, whose resurrection and ascension make possible the spiritual elevation of believers. 3. <a href="/topical/b/believers.htm">Believers</a> Those who have faith in Christ and are spiritually united with Him. 4. <a href="/topical/h/heavenly_realms.htm">Heavenly Realms</a> The spiritual dimension where Christ is seated at the right hand of God, representing authority and victory.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_resurrection.htm">Spiritual Resurrection</a> Believers are spiritually resurrected with Christ, signifying a new life and identity in Him. <a href="/topical/p/position_of_authority.htm">Position of Authority</a> Being seated with Christ in the heavenly realms indicates a position of authority and victory over sin and spiritual forces. <a href="/topical/h/heavenly_perspective.htm">Heavenly Perspective</a> Christians are called to live with a heavenly perspective, focusing on eternal realities rather than earthly concerns. <a href="/topical/u/unity_with_christ.htm">Unity with Christ</a> Our spiritual union with Christ is foundational to our identity and empowers us to live out our faith. <a href="/topical/a/assurance_of_salvation.htm">Assurance of Salvation</a> This verse provides assurance of our salvation and eternal security, as our position in Christ is secure.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_ephesians_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Ephesians 2</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'already_but_not_yet'_mean.htm">What does "Already but Not Yet" mean?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'seated_in_heaven'_mean.htm">What does "Seated in Heavenly Places" mean?</a> <a href="/q/what's_the_reward_for_secret_fasting.htm">What does 'Seated in Heavenly Places' mean?</a> <a href="/q/how_can_i_emulate_christ_more_closely.htm">How can I emulate Christ more closely?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/ephesians/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 6. - And hath raised us up with him (comp. <a href="/philippians/3-10.htm">Philippians 3:10</a>); so that we no longer walk "according to the course of this world," but according to the life of Christ; we walk "in newness of life." And seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus. As God placed Jesus at his right hand in heaven, so he has placed his people with him in heavenly places; i.e. places where the privileges of heaven are dispensed, where the air of heaven is breathed, where the fellowship and the enjoyment of heaven are known, where an elevation of spirit is experienced as if heaven were begun. Such was the case of the three disciples on the Mount of Transfiguration; of the two on the way to Emmaus, when their heart burned within them; of the beloved disciple when he was "in the Spirit on the Lord's day;" of many at the Holy Supper, or in fervent communion with brother and sister believers, when they seem at the very gate of heaven. This is sometimes the experience at conversion, but the vividness of the feeling does not always abide. The repetition of "in Christ Jesus" in this connection emphasizes the fact that this gracious proceeding of God towards us is in immediate connection with the work and person of Christ. It is as being one with Christ Jesus that all this raising up comes to us. <a href="/commentaries/ephesians/2-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>And καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. [God] raised [us] up with [Christ] συνήγειρεν (synēgeiren) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4891.htm">Strong's 4891: </a> To raise along with. From sun and egeiro; to rouse in company with, i.e. to revivify in resemblance to. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. seated [us with Him] συνεκάθισεν (synekathisen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4776.htm">Strong's 4776: </a> To cause to sit down with, sit down together. From sun and kathizo; to give a seat in company with. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. the τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. heavenly realms ἐπουρανίοις (epouraniois) Adjective - Dative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2032.htm">Strong's 2032: </a> From epi and ouranos; above the sky. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. Christ Χριστῷ (Christō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5547.htm">Strong's 5547: </a> Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. Jesus, Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/ephesians/2-6.htm">Ephesians 2:6 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/ephesians/2-6.htm">NT Letters: Ephesians 2:6 And raised us up with him (Ephes. Eph. 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